Fishery Biologist 3 (PCN 11N25108)
Fishery Biologist 3 (PCN 11N25108)
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Job Description
- This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.The Alaska Department of Fish and Game Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Fishery Biologist 3 located in Juneau!
What you will be doing:
The Office of the Chief Fisheries Scientist for Salmon is seeking a motivated and technically skilled individual to join our team under the joint supervision of the program leads for the Research and Data Services (RDS) and Salmon Ocean Ecology (SOEP) programs. This position plays a critical role in advancing statewide salmon research by leading the development of data systems and analytical tools while also contributing to fieldbased scientific operations. The incumbent will design develop and maintain tools and workflows that support salmonrelated data collection and analysis. They will manage systems for storing and retrieving research data ensuring consistency accessibility and longterm usability. As part of their field responsibilities they will serve intermittently as the chief scientist for juvenile salmon ocean surveys coordinating logistics supervising crew activities and overseeing the collection and management of biological data.
Our organization mission and culture:
This position helps fulfill the divisions mission to manage subsistence commercial and personal use fisheries in the interest of the economy and general wellbeing of the citizens of the state consistent with the sustained yield principle by conducting scientifically sound assessments to help manage sustainable uses of Alaskas fish shellfish and aquatic plant resources.
The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued treated equitably and treated respectfully.
The benefits of joining our team:
This position plays a critical role in supporting the sustainable management of Alaskas salmon populations by developing and maintaining data acquisition and storage systems. It integrates technical expertise in programming and data science with fieldbased responsibilities including participation in offshore juvenile salmon surveys. The role offers a unique balance of analytical and handson work with opportunities for travelling across the state and experience aboard research vessels. Flexible scheduling and hybrid telework options support a positive worklife balance while the collaborative environment fosters professional growth. The incumbent also contributes to building departmental capacity by developing training materials and promoting reproducible research practices among staff.
The working environment you can expect:
This fulltime position will be based at the ADF&G office in Douglas Alaska. The position is primarily officebased with work performed at a computer but includes opportunities for travel to various regions for survey work. The incumbent intermittently serves as the chief scientist aboard offshore juvenile salmon surveys contributing to biological data collection and logistical coordination. This role occasionally requires work outside of regular business hours including evenings and weekends. The department offers schedule flexibility and hybrid telework options. This position may require extended periods of travel aboard a research vessel.
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge skills abilities and experience:- An ability to use contemporary statistical coding tools (e.g. R Python) with a comprehensive knowledge of reproducible scientific principles and methods (e.g. git markdown).
- Strong written communication skills including technical writing and experience with reproducible document frameworks such as Quarto or R Markdown.
- Experience with juvenile salmon ocean surveys including logistics coordination data collection and team supervision.
- Proven ability to work with a high degree of independence and as part of a team and as a contributor to a positive and supportive working environment.
To view the general description and example of duties for a Fishery Biologist 3please go to the following link:
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelors degree from an accredited college in biology a branch of biology limnology biometrics oceanography forestry fisheries science or natural resource management;
AND
One year of full performance professional experience as a biologist or fish culturist. The required professional biologist work experience is met by service as a Fishery Biologist 2 Fish Culturist 2 Wildlife Biologist 2 Habitat Biologist 2 or Fisheries Geneticist 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
Substitution:
A bachelors degree from an accredited college that includes or is supplemented by the following credit hours will substitute for the degree in a specific field:
at least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in biology a branch of biology limnology biometrics oceanography forestry aquaculture aquatic ecology fisheries resources or natural resource management (excluding courses that focus on agricultural husbandry techniques human population dynamics or the design and manipulation of landscapes) of which 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) are upper division courses; and
at least 12 semester hours (16 quarter hours) in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry physics mathematics statistics geology hydrology or GIS.
Special Note:
Upper division courses means courses that are specialized indepth and advanced. Such courses emphasize problemsolving analytical thinking skills and theoretical applications with depth and rigor in a disciplines theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills. Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.
Some positions may require training in specialized areas such as hydroacoustics microscopic analysis underwater research or fish habitat restoration or enhancement.
Additional Required Information
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Please provide at time of application submission:
- Copy of college transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable).
- Cover letter
- 3 Professional references with current contact information.
COVER LETTER
In your cover letter please describe why you are applying for the position and clearly identify knowledge skills abilities and experiences that relate to the job described in the posting (if you do not have a particular experience simply say so). Your cover letter will serve as an example of your writing and communication capabilities and will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or if unable to attach to your application fax or email it to the contact provided in the job posting.SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proofread your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.
EDUCATION
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are requiredwith each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employer name your job title dates of employment and whether fullor parttime. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting see resume or CV or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation auxiliary aides or services or alternative communication formats please callor (907)in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 oror correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201 Juneau AK. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
NOTICE
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Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at(toll free) or (907)if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to
For applicant password assistance please visit: InformationFor specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Kyle Gatt Fishery Biologist 4Phone: (907)Sabrina Garcia Fishery Biologist 4Phone: (907)Ben Gray Fishery Biologist 3Phone: (907)
Employment Type
Temp
